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Sr, Category Manager

Sr, Category Manager

Amazon • Austin, Texas, USA
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At World Wide Grocery Stores (WWGS) a global retail organization dedicated to revolutionizing the grocery shopping experience through enhanced efficiency quality and affordability we proudly support Whole Foods Market and other grocery initiatives across Amazon. Whole Foods Market is more than a grocery store its a mission-driven community focused on nourishing people and the planet. As our Senior Category Manager youll play a key role in shaping the future of food by turning supplier relationships into meaningful long-term partnerships that are rooted in shared values and mutual this high-impact role within the WWGS organization supporting Whole Foods Market youll lead strategic negotiations with our most important suppliers distributors and third-party vendors moving beyond transactions to cultivate transformational alliances. From joint business planning and purpose-aligned top-to-top sessions to data-driven cost negotiations and innovative promotional strategies youll ensure every conversation advances value for our customers our partners and our planet.

Key job responsibilities

Strategic Partner Management

  • Conducting annual supplier tiering exercise to identify and develop strategic partnerships
  • Creating and executing annual partner engagement roadmaps with clear ROI metrics
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization
  • Developing and implementing strategic initiatives to drive profitability and business growth

Financial Management

  • Analyzing and optimizing supplier funding collections to maximize profitability
  • Managing P&L impacts of partnership initiatives
  • Tracking and reporting financial value creation from partnerships
  • Identifying cost-saving opportunities through strategic negotiations
  • Partnership Development

  • Leading and facilitating key partnership processes including :
  • Joint Business Planning
  • Top to Top meetings
  • Innovation meetings
  • Strategic negotiations
  • Creating and executing annual supplier communication strategies
  • Developing best practices for collaborative engagement
  • Coaching category merchants on partnership and negotiation strategies
  • Skills

    Collaborative Negotiation and Partnering

  • Strong understanding of negotiation frameworks and collaborative approaches
  • Ability to identify mutual gains and create value-driven solutions
  • Excellence in strategic questioning and active listening
  • Effective communication and messaging skills
  • Understanding of leverage points and their appropriate use
  • Business and Financial Acumen

  • Deep understanding of P&L management and financial metrics
  • Ability to identify and execute profit-driving initiatives
  • Strong analytical skills to evaluate business opportunities
  • Understanding of supplier and distributor business models
  • Capability to align partnership strategies with financial goals
  • Facilitation and Leadership

  • Design and lead effective cross-functional meetings and processes
  • Drive collaborative problem-solving and innovation
  • Ensure accountability and follow-through on commitments
  • Build consensus and maintain productive relationships
  • Document and track outcomes and action items
  • Strategic Problem-Solving

  • Identify and overcome business challenges
  • Develop solutions that maximize value for all parties
  • Balance competing priorities and interests
  • Drive profitable growth through strategic thinking
  • Bachelors degree or Bachelor of Arts degree
  • Experience with P&L responsibility and delivering strong financial results
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel (macros pivots lookups) at an advanced level
  • Experience building and maintaining relationships with business partners
  • 6 years of relevant experience OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
  • Previous Consulting Merchandising Sourcing Experience
  • Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

    Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process including support for the interview or onboarding process please visit for more information. If the country / region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.

    Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $126300 / year in our lowest geographic market up to $208800 / year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and / or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

    Required Experience :

    Manager

    Key Skills

    Abinitio,Aerospace Engineering,Corporate Relationship,Business Administration,Financial Reporting,Avionics

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Yearly Salary Salary : 126300 - 208800

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